Everyone knows that cornstarch has many uses in the kitchen, right? But did you know that corn starch also has several benefits for hair? Yes, that’s right, this simple cooking ingredient can work miracles on our locks!
And best of all, it is suitable for all types of hair, saving them from oiliness and dryness too! And all this with super easy recipes, so check out all the benefits and throw yourself in the powerful hydrations.
1 – Reduces frizz and defines hair
Corn starch is rich in lactic acid, a powerful asset that renews hair fiber. Great for sealing and giving a lot of shine to the hair, bringing a lot of softness and definition to the hair! Thus, cornstarch is also a great ingredient for making homemade straightening recipes, since it shapes and aligns the strands. However, it is worth mentioning that the result is not so long-lasting, so it needs to be constantly touched up!
2 – Decreases oiliness
There is a great trick with corn starch for those who suffer with super oily hair! It helps to eliminate the oiliness of the locks, giving a result very similar to a dry shampoo. So for those days when you are out of time and the scalp is super oily, apply a little cornstarch to the strands and spread well, quickly the starch will absorb the oil, leaving the hair looking great!
3 – Repair the dry ends
Great sealer, corn starch can be a great ally for those days of hydration and moisturizing, as it is great for sealing the cuticles of the strands, eliminating frizz. So, right after moisturizing your hair with your favorite oil or mask, bet on the miracle recipe to keep your hair perfect!
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Let’s face it, there’s no denying that it’s a magic dust, right? In fact, the cornstarch is used for various beauty tricks, recipes that bring impressive results and without any risk! Therefore, we have separated recipes that will leave your hair super hydrated and wonderful, check it out.
Easy hydration for dry tips
100 ml of water
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons of moisturizing mask
Dissolve the starch in the water at room temperature and then bring to the heat, stirring until it becomes a porridge. Wait for it to cool and mix the porridge with a hydration mask of your choice. Right after, apply to the strands and let it act for 20 minutes, rinse the hair and see the incredible result!
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Homemade straightening with cornstarch
2 tablespoons of Yamasterol
3 teaspoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
Mix all the ingredients until you get a homogeneous mixture. Wash your hair only with shampoo and immediately after applying the mixture on the hair from the root to the ends and let it act for 25 minutes, then rinse and condition the hair to seal the cuticles.
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Very simple, right? If you liked the tips, check out another incredible recipe in Bia Siqueira’s video!
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